1 - The vinaigrette is very subtle, just meant to lighten the earthiness of the beets. I have not tried making this with the basil leaves, which I will indicate as optional. This way the recipe remains seasonal for a longer period. I'm keeping this in the Testing stage because I'm uncertain about the vinaigrette's value in the dish - is it too subtle?
4 large beets, cut in wedges (you can pre-boil the beets about 20 minutes or until fork-tender)
1 tsp grapeseed oil
Salt and Pepper
3 Tbsps grapeseed oil
2 Tbsps apple cider vinegar
1 tsp brown sugar
1/4 cup goat cheese
Optional: 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn, or arugula
- Pre-heat the oven to 400F.
- In a bowl, toss the beets with 1 tsp oil, to cover.
- Arrange the beets in a single layer on a baking sheet and sprinkle over a good pinch of salt, then a generous grinding of black pepper.
- Roast the beets in the middle of the oven for 20-40 minutes (longer if the beets are raw, shorter if the beets are already boiled).
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool a bit, or completely, your choice.
- In the same boil you oiled the beets in (to reduce on dishes), whisk together sugar, vinegar and the remaining oil.
- Dump the beets into the vinaigrette and toss to cover. Remove the beets from the vinaigrette with a slotted spoon to a serving dish (for serving à la Francaise) or on individual plates (for serving à la Russe). NOTE: if using basil or arugula, remove the beets to another bowl (too bad for the dishes!) and toss with the leaves before transferring to a serving dish or plate.
- Crumble the goat cheese and sprinkle on top and serve.
- The remaining vinaigrette can be saved for future use.
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